45+ Must-Try Ninja Creami Recipes (2024)

20. Ninja Creami Brownie Batter Gelato

Calling all brownie lovers! Enjoy this brownie gelato made in the Ninja Creami.

21. Ninja Creami Blueberry Pie Ice Cream

Blueberry pie takes the form of a frozen dessert with this blueberry pie ice cream.

22. Ninja Creami Vegan Apple Ice Cream

If you need a dairy free dessert, try this vegan apple ice cream recipe for the Ninja Creami.

23. Ninja Creami Almond Joy Ice Cream

Your favorite candy bar gets a makeover in this almond joy ice cream recipe!

24. Ninja Creami Coffee Ice Cream

I’ll take my caffeine in dessert form, please! This Ninja Creami coffee ice cream is an easy recipe you’ll enjoy.

25. Ninja Creami Vegan Peanut Butter Ice Cream

Skip the dairy and make this peanut butter ice cream in your Ninja Creami!

26. Ninja Creami Cherry Gelato

Who doesn’t love a good cherry gelato? And making it in the Ninja Creami is easier than you think!

27. Ninja Creami Dole Whip

Any Disny parks lover knows the glory that is a Dole Whip! Now you can make a simplified version at home in your Ninja Creami with this Dole Whip recipe.

28. Ninja Creami Banana Pudding Ice Cream

The classic southern dessert gets a makeover with this version of Ninja Creami banana pudding ice cream!

29. Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream

Tired of boring protein shakes? Turn them into Ninja Creami protein ice cream for a sweet treat instead!

30. Ninja Creami Peach Sorbet

Peaches are summer’s shining stars, and enjoying them as peach sorbet is the perfect way to cool down on a hot day.

31. Ninja Creami Lemon Sorbet

If you love lemonade, you’ll adore this Ninja Creami lemon sorbet!

32. Ninja Creami Caramel Mocha Oreo Ice Cream

This Ninja Creami recipe combines several favorite flavors–caramel, mocha, and Oreo! The perfect decadent treat to satisfy your sweet tooth.

33. Ninja Creami Butter Pecan Gelato

Butter pecan has long been a favorite flavor of mine, but I’ve never made my own. That’s about to change with this Ninja Creami butter pecan ice cream recipe!

34. Ninja Creami Orange Sorbet

Did you know you can make orange sorbet in the Ninja Creami? It’s a zippy, bright flavor that will cheer you up fast.

35. Ninja Creami Cinnamon Spice Frozen Yogurt

Hot cinnamon spice added to frozen yogurt makes this Ninja Creami recipe a fantastic treat for fall!

36. Ninja Creami Raspberry Sorbet

Making raspberry sorbet in the Ninja Creami is a great way to enjoy fresh ripe raspberries at their finest.

37. Ninja Creami Italian Ice

Italian ice is a beachside favorite for many families, but now you can make your own at home with this recipe.

38. Ninja Creami Blueberry Lemonade Sorbet

Combining blueberries and lemons is ALWAYS a good idea, and this blueberry lemonade sorbet is no exception!

39. Ninja Creami Orange Sherbet

Do you remember the orange push-pops of your youth? That’s what this dairy-free orange sherbet will remind you of!

40. Ninja Creami Cookie Monster Ice Cream

This bright blue ice cream base is made with sweetened condensed milk, then cookie pieces are added as mix-ins.

Topped with even more cookies, Ninja Creami Cookie Monster ice cream is a delicious ode to our favorite Sesame Street character!

41. Ninja Creami The Old Goat Ice Cream

This unique ice cream uses goat cheese, rosemary, and sweet jam for an interesting treat worth trying.

42. Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream

Rich and creamy strawberry ice cream pairs well with chocolate or vanilla for a simple dessert.

43. Ninja Creami Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream

If you can’t resist the combo of peanut butter and chocolate, this peanut butter cup ice cream is for you!

44. Ninja Creami Banana “Nice” Cream

For a healthier dessert option, try this banana “nice” cream in your Ninja Creami!

45. Ninja Creami Chocolate Ice Cream from Chocolate Milk

If you want to press the easy button on a healthier treat, just use chocolate milk to make your Ninja Creami chocolate ice cream!

46. Ninja Creami Vanilla Pudding Ice Cream

Yes, you can make velvety smooth Ninja Creami vanilla ice cream using pudding mix! It’s super easy to do, and the result is a dreamy treat.

47. Ninja Creami Chocolate Frozen Yogurt

If you’re trying to increase your protein intake, this delicious Ninja Creami chocolate frozen yogurt is an indulgent treat you can feel good about.

All you need is a few ingredients to create a healthier dessert option.

About The Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker

If your family is like mine, everyone has different preferences regarding ice cream, and selecting a flavor we all agree on is practically impossible.

Usually, we grab several pints of different flavors so everyone can enjoy their favorite (pro tip: buy extra pint containers!).

What I love about the Ninja Creami is that we can make small batches of frozen treats with customized flavors and mixins. It’s easy to create unique concoctions that we each love.

We can even make keto, low sugar, dairy free and vegan Ninja Creami recipes. It’s a simple way to make sure everyone gets what they need in their own ice cream.

Whether you want healthy Ninja Creami recipes or something more decadent, you can make something for everyone!

We also have a list of low-calorie Ninja Creami recipes for you to try, so you can meet your health goals while satisfying your sweet tooth. 🙂

How The Ninja Creami Works

The Ninja Creami reverses the traditional ice cream making process.

Instead of churning or whipping ingredients and allowing them to freeze, you prepare an ice cream base and freeze it in a special Ninja Creami pint container for at least 24 hours.

Then you transfer the pint into your Ninja Creami machine, which “creamifies” the base with one of seven settings (such as an Ice Cream button, Sorbet button, Gelato button, etc.), by finely chopping or shaving the frozen concoction.

Many people wonder if the Ninja Creami is a blender, but it’s not! The blades aren’t even sharp, which makes washing it even easier.

I’ll admit, I was a little skeptical at first. But the results are impressively creamy (and easy!). It’s one of those kitchen appliances I wasn’t sure if I would find worthwhile, but I’ve been pleasantly surprised.

Making Substitutions with Ninja Creami Recipes

For the most part, the Ninja Creami recipes featuring a more classic ice cream flavor use basic ingredients that are easy to find and keep on hand.

But there are some exceptions, especially for those who follow special diets, who need to ditch dairy or use sugar substitutes.

Many Ninja Creami recipes call for a tablespoon of cream cheese, which helps to bind the ingredients and keep ice crystals from forming. Some recipes use guar gum as a stabilizer instead, as it helps thicken the liquid and prevent crystal formation.

Whole milk and granulated sugar make regular appearances, too.

If you need to change a Ninja Creami recipe based on what you have on hand or dietary needs you need to accommodate, here are a few easy substitutions.

• Eliminate Dairy:If you need to make a recipe dairy free, you can generally use unsweetened coconut milk, oat milk,or almond milk instead of regular whole milk. Try using unsweetened coconut cream instead of heavy cream. And if a recipe calls for cream cheese, substitute vegan cream cheese instead.
• Cut the Sugar:In recipes that call for sugar, you can substitute monk fruit sweetener (or other sugar substitute of choice). If you don’t need it sugar free, you can use agave nectar or maple syrup. In some cases, guar gum is used to
• Increase Protein:Adding protein powder or collagen powder to the liquid base is a great way to increase the protein content and make your Ninja Creami protein ice cream. Just remember to mix well to dissolve.
• Specialty Ingredients: Some recipes call for ingredients you may not have on hand. Sometimes these are critical ingredients, and sometimes they aren’t. For instance, if a recipe calls for vanilla bean paste, use more readily available vanilla extract instead.

Helpful Ninja Creami Tips

When you first use your Ninja Creami, it may feel a little bit overwhelming. But really, once you get started, you’ll see it’s actually quite simple.

Here are a few helpful tips to remember:

• Don’t overfill the pint. Keep the ice cream base at or under the max fill line. The liquid will expand during freezing, and you want the blade to have room to spin when you place pint of solid bases into the machine.
• Freeze your pint on a level surface in your freezer.
• Your Ninja Creami pint container, once frozen, will be inserted into an outer bowl.
• The outer bowl lid, which contains the blade, will lock into place over the bowl. If needed, check the owner’s manual for lid assembly instructions.
• Place bowl assembly into the machine, and it twists up so it locks into place within the machine. Select your function (Ice Cream function, Sorbet function, etc.) and let the machine do its work.
• Ninja’s Creamify technology is pretty impressive, but sometimes a pint will need a re-spin if it turns out crumbly the first time. I like to add a tablespoon of liquid (usually milk) before re-spinning.
• Sometimes you can avoid a re-spin if you let the pint sit out at room temperature for a few minutes before running the first cycle.
• If you want to add mix-ins, like chocolate chips, you can do that after spinning. Make a well in the ice cream (roughly 1.5″ wide, extending to the bottom of the pint) and fill the well with your mix-ins. Use the Mix-In button to stir the pieces in.
• The creamy ice cream is usually the consistency of soft serve when it’s finished. You can pop it back in the freezer for a bit if you prefer it to be a bit firmer.